Downtown Santa Barbara Travel Guide
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Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
£29
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
£52
per adult
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
£26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £262 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
£262
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,580 reviews)
"Generally good , good location , but no free coffee in reception which seemed a bit unusual."
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
31 W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £317 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
£317
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
524 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £213 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
£213
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (509 reviews)
"My issue is not with the staff or cleanliness. The room was very dark and austere. No warmth whatsoever. Dark grey concrete walls and dark wallpaper. Poor lighting. As a single occupant it is okay but if anyone else is in the room, there is little privacy. All glass shower showing into the room or ..."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
17 W Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £203 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£203
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Haley Hotel
26 E Haley St Santa Barbara CA
The price is £119 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£119
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (722 reviews)
"Haley’s Hotel was a sweet experience. Staff was helpful! Very nice stay."
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Fully refundable
The price is £68 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
£68
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,845 reviews)
"Good"
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara
Find the best Downtown Santa Barbara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.
Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like Reagan Ranch Center and Moreton Bay Fig Tree.
